Looking back at the 2011 thread it was around the last week of July that marketing material started coming out. I think the Ronix brochure download link popped up on August 2nd. Not sure about the Slingshot stuff.

On a related note when do the next years boards typically release? I'm holding out for a killer deal on a 2010 slingshot Recoil w/ RAD bindings

What size foot do you have and what condition RAD's are you looking for. I have a pair and I'm not a huge fan of them. They are size 10, have been used for about 2.5 months, and are dyed black. I was planning on just eating the cost but I'd be happy to help you out. Shoot me a message if you want.

The big problem I have with them is something the toe cap can fix. The harder falls I take cause the high back to slip back and the toe strap to go under my boot. It's a big pain get it back in the water. Also the ladders on these things break loose too easy, I came completely out of the binding last night on a wreck

I feel that the toe cap is a step back as being right on top of your feet makes a major pressure point. I thought they were going to the burton over the toe cap.

I'm pretty sure that is what is meant by "toe cap". Right now it would be called a "toe strap", simply going over the top of the food, while a "toe cap" implies over the front of the toe as well, pushing down and back. Burton isnt the only company doing that.

The witness will remain unchanged...only difference is it is not benny g's pro model anymore. He is not considered one of their global team riders anymore...which I think is stupid. Pros like him and lyman that have been around and are Pretty much freeriding legends shouldnt be disrespected like that. I know times are tough and keeping the top contest riders is a high priority but taking a name off a board that he helped shape and design and promote is silly to me. Wouldnt be surprised to see him on a humanoid board soon.

The witness will remain unchanged...only difference is it is not benny g's pro model anymore. He is not considered one of their global team riders anymore...which I think is stupid. Pros like him and lyman that have been around and are Pretty much freeriding legends shouldnt be disrespected like that. I know times are tough and keeping the top contest riders is a high priority but taking a name off a board that he helped shape and design and promote is silly to me. Wouldnt be surprised to see him on a humanoid board soon.

Did you read the article he wrote in latest alliance wake mag on behalf of Lyman? there was some criticism and near finger pointing type tones in there. GREAT read. definitely felt closer to Lyman, especially when it came to feeling like a out-cast because of a no tolerance to partying thing. Ive missed out on some opportunities to find thirds or be a third because i either shied away or because i was not included because of this kind of thing.

Did you read the article he wrote in latest alliance wake mag on behalf of Lyman? there was some criticism and near finger pointing type tones in there. GREAT read. definitely felt closer to Lyman, especially when it came to feeling like a out-cast because of a no tolerance to partying thing. Ive missed out on some opportunities to find thirds or be a third because i either shied away or because i was not included because of this kind of thing.

Hell ya, I read that. I was already a huge fan of Lyman and Ben, but man, Ben is a class act!

......So you sell a bunch of boards through being a top rider/ coach (and a great guy) have the best Pete/ Ole 7/ Method in the industry- and you get your name taken off the board you helped design. That at best is insulting

Did you read the article he wrote in latest alliance wake mag on behalf of Lyman? there was some criticism and near finger pointing type tones in there. GREAT read. definitely felt closer to Lyman, especially when it came to feeling like a out-cast because of a no tolerance to partying thing. Ive missed out on some opportunities to find thirds or be a third because i either shied away or because i was not included because of this kind of thing.

why do pros put their boards on on top of the engine compartment instead of on the platform (like in the JD photo above)?i always see them doing this and i cant figure out why, besides becasue its cool..i guess?

why do pros put their boards on on top of the engine compartment instead of on the platform (like in the JD photo above)?i always see them doing this and i cant figure out why, besides becasue its cool..i guess?

Good find! I like harleys boots a ton more than this year's. At least they dont look like the shoes i wore in 2nd grade with pink and blue all over them. Love the new stuff, especially the vantages and shanes.

Good find! I like harleys boots a ton more than this year's. At least they dont look like the shoes i wore in 2nd grade with pink and blue all over them. Love the new stuff, especially the vantages and shanes.

Ouch...HebrewHammer...how are you taking this comment?? I c pics of u with ur harley board combo. Lol

I wouldn't go that far, but ya, they're a little too cheesy for my taste. Too much neon maybe, I dunno. A lot of these look cheap. Some of them are awesome though. I really like the look of the new Franchise.